Peach State FCU announces merger with two credit unions
Two more South Carolina credit unions are merging with Peach State Federal Credit Union of Lawrenceville. Credit unions in Abbeville and Pickens, S.C., announced the mergers this week. The announcement follows votes last week by the two credit unions during a special meeting of their members. Both mergers, which have been approved by the National Credit Union Administration, are effective December 1, 2022.
The two South Carolina credit unions have a membership of 4,500, and bring $40 million in assets to the merger. That gives Peach State FCU a total of 70,000 members in Georgia and South Carolina and assets of $870 million.
With these mergers, Peach State FCU now has four offices in South Carolina, including those in Aiken and Greenwood. The mergers are the result of Peach State and the S.C. credit unions shared values, mission, and corporate culture. Local boards and management look to continue to grow while remaining highly competitive in today’s financial marketplace.
From left are Chuck Nash, Abbeville Community FCU Board chairman; Trish Fuller, Abbeville Community FCU Manager; and Marshall Boutwell, Peach State FCU President/CEO.
Abbeville was founded in 1971 to serve the needs of local railroad employees and their immediate families in Abbeville, Greenwood, Anderson, and McCormick counties. In January 2004, Abbeville was granted a community charter, and in July 2011, they became federally chartered. Their field of membership includes service to anyone who lives, works, worships, or attends school in Abbeville County, S.C., as well as any businesses.
Trish Fuller, manager at Abbeville Community FCU, says: “There is no better time than the present to bring about positive changes for our members. Our focus remains on our members and understanding their needs. We’re excited about this merger as it will create more opportunities to expand services and deepen relationships for the communities we serve.”
From left are Marshall Boutwell, Peach State FCU President/CEO; Phil Reece, Pickens Federal CU Board Chairman; and Clayton Kerr, Pickens FCU President/CEO.
Pickens Federal Credit Union was founded in 1961 as the Diehl-Poinsett Federal Credit Union and provided services to all Singer Company employees. In 2001 the credit union was approved for a community charter, expanding their field of membership to include service to anyone who lives, works, worships, or attends school in Pickens County, S.C. They also welcomed the teachers and employees of the School District of Pickens County into their field of membership in 2011, which ties in with Peach State’s start as an education-based credit union.
Clayton Kerr, President/CEO of Pickens Federal, says: “Our board and staff are elated about the endless possibilities created for our members through this union with Peach State. We will continue to focus on serving the members in our community with the highest level of care, but now with even more products and support.”
Marshall Boutwell, president/CEO of Peach State, says: “This partnership will allow us to provide increased accessibility, more financial products, services, and additional resources that will make a positive impact on the Abbeville community. This is a great example of a cooperative unity but more importantly, it demonstrates a strong commitment to the credit union philosophy of ‘people helping people.”
Two new apartment complexes coming to Norcross
The city of Norcross is to see construction of 160 apartments through a grant from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. Walton Communities and Blue Ridge Atlantic Development were both awarded $1,150,000 and will accommodate low-cost living for families, seniors, and individuals in need of supportive housing.
Walton Communities is the development partner that the Norcross Housing Authority chose to work with to redevelop their current property into a 90-unit apartment community. The development is located at Reeves Street, off Mitchell Road. At present there are 28 apartments on the tract.
Blue Ridge Atlantic Development plans to construct 70 apartment units intended for seniors and veterans. The development will be located behind the commercial storefronts in the northeast corner of Beaver Ruin Road and Buford Highway.
Town of Braselton will launch Spark Sessions on Jan. 12
The town of Braselton is launching its 2023 Spark Sessions, with the first session to be on January 12. At this meeting, attendees can learn about topics such as fundraising, cap table formation, marketing strategy and a host of topics led by experts in these topics. The events are free and open to the public, however there is limited space. Sign up here for the sessions.
The first session will be held at the Braselton Civic Center, 27 East Lake Drive starting at 6 p.m.
Spark Sessions is directed by BraseltonTec, a private-public initiative the Town has formulated in partnership with the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) headquartered at Georgia-Tech. ATDC’s mission is to develop a technology ecosystem that attracts technology companies, investors and the talent required to scale.
Stripers launch ticket package for 2023 season
Just in time for the holidays, the Gwinnett Stripers have launched their popular Hook, 9 and Sinker Packs for the 2023 season. Packs are available for purchase now at GoStripers.com/hook9sinker.
A perfect gift for sports fans of all ages, each Hook, 9 and Sinker Pack includes a seat for nine of the Stripers’ most popular games (including four Fireworks Nights), three guaranteed Premium Giveaways (including a “Leaping Fish” Bobblehead), and a Home Run Porch seat for the Atlanta Braves vs. Seattle Mariners game on May 21 at Truist Park.
Choose either the Infield Box for $160 (a $285 value) or Field Box for $135 (a $268 value), both over a 40 percent savings, and receive:
- One (1) ticket to nine of the Stripers’ most popular games:
- Friday, March 31 – Opening Night with Postgame Fireworks;
- Friday, April 15 – Jackie Robinson Day with Atlanta Black Crackers T-Shirt Giveaway;
- Saturday, May 6 – Star Wars Night;
- Saturday, June 10 – Special Appearance (to be announced);
- Tuesday, July 4 – Independence Day Celebration with Postgame Fireworks;
- Saturday, July 22 – “Leaping Fish” Bobblehead Giveaway;
- Friday, August 25 – Postgame Fireworks;
- Saturday, September 9 – Premium Giveaway (to be announced); and
- Friday, September 22 – Fan Appreciation Night with Postgame Firework.
- One (1) Home Run Porch ticket to the Atlanta Braves’ May 21 game vs. the Seattle Mariners at Truist Park
The first 100 purchasers of a Hook, 9 and Sinker Pack will receive a discount voucher for 20 percent off merchandise at Bobby’s Tackle Team Store.
Gwinnett Stripers’ Opening Night at Coolray Field is set for Friday, March 31 vs. Jacksonville. Memberships for 2023 are on sale now by calling the Coolray Field Ticket Office at 678-277-0340. For more information, visit GoStripers.com/memberships.
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